1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 334 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Comodoro | Exige |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |